Clinical Resource Nurse

Job Description:

The Clinical Resource Nurse maintains competency in the delivery of direct nursing care in long term care.  They provide support and resources to the nursing services in long term care.  They model and foster enthusiasm for nursing and work in collaboration with residents, nurses, physicians, managers, and representatives from other disciplines.  They recognize that the desired outcome of all quality improvement and educational activity is the enhancement of resident quality of life and is a strong advocate and resource for use of best practice approaches and person-centered care.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have a Degree is Nursing.  Experience in long-term care is considered an asset.
2. Must have a current registration with the Association of Registered Nurses of Prince Edward Island.
3. Experience in nursing management considered an asset.
4. CNA Cetification in Gerontology or expectation to complete within 2 years.
5. The successful applicant must have a good previous work and attendance record.
6. Experience working with cognitively impaired, discharge planning and coordinating services for the elderly would be considered an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support the philosophy of Person-Centered Care and the mission/value of the nursing department in long-term care.
2. Participate in the development and review/revision of nursing standards.
3. Develop and present clinical education in-services.
4. Maintain records of staff education on Surge Learning.
5. Work in collaboration with the Director of Nursing and charge nurse.
6. Develop appropriate utilization strategies and monitor trends in nursing care.
7. Promote an understanding of best practice and facilitate access to current theory and research.
8. Participate and encourage staff participation in nursing research and utilize theory to guide clinical education.
9. Contribute to a climate that fosters cooperation, collaboration and teamwork by using the principles of effective communication.
10. Assess and anticipate the resident’s needs through observation interview of resident and/or family, collaborate with staff and review of available information.
11. Coordinate the development of a care plan with resident/family and the health care team and ensure it is implemented, evaluated and documented.
12. Assess the learning needs and provides instruction to residents and their families in the areas of health promotion and illness prevention.
13. Assist with and/or complete staff evaluations, performance appraisals, and competencies.
14. Assume responsibility for development and maintenance of their clinical competency by practicing according to professional standards and codes of ethics, attending and/or participating in programs to reinforce nursing education and to remain current with developments and changing trends in the nursing field.
15. Plan, deliver and evaluate adult education program.
16. Supervisor to Resident Care Assistants
17. Other duties as required.

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